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Mainer Famous for Flub of ‘Buttery Flaky Crust’ Has Died
Jack Palmer from Hermon, Maine, who couldn't say "buttery, flaky crust", has passed. He will have a place in the hearts of not only Mainers, but nearly seven million people who watched the outtakes of the famous Dysart’s commercial. Jack was 86 years old. If you don't remember (or...
Two of the World’s Scariest Film Locations Exist in Maine
Once upon a time in Hollywood, there were film executives that thought scary movies would never be popular. Fast forward several decades, and horror films aren't just a Halloween thing; they've released and consumed all year long. Stephen King had a lot to do with that. He was given the...
Game of inches: Lobster fishermen say tiny change in legal sizes could disrupt imperiled industry
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Gerry Cushman has seen Maine’s iconic lobster industry survive numerous threats in his three decades on the water, but the latest challenge — which might sound tiny — could be the biggest one yet. Lobster fishing is a game of inches, and...
Lewiston home raided again, 5 arrested in drug bust
LEWISTON (WGME) -- Five people are facing charges after a drug bust at a home in Lewiston. The same home has been raided four times in the last nine months. Authorities searched a home at 149 College St. on Thursday as part of ongoing drug investigations. Police say they found...
Maine Educators celebrated in Bangor
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Live and Work in Maine celebrated Maine Educators Wednesday!. Educators were invited to Bangor’s Fielder’s Choice for free ice cream, swag and discounted mini golf. People were encouraged to bring their families to celebrate the approaching school year. The event also provides resources and...
The stars align for FOA's annual fundraiser
HULLS COVE — A favorite among the summer gentry, Saturday was the 35th annual Friends of Acadia Benefit. “The Stars Align For a Magical Night” was the theme and title of the event, a concept illustrated by the decorations selected. Beneath the multi-peaked party tent, from Wallace...
New community garden providing fresh produce to Washington County Jail
MACHIAS -- While many local vegetable farmers often share their produce with markets or food pantries, a new farm in Machias is on a mission to target a different group in their community. The Downeast Restorative Harvest is a new initiative by the non-profit Healthy Acadia. It was started this...
Goodbye summer, hello fall! Etna orchard preps for approaching apple season
ETNA, Maine (WABI) - As the seasons change, so does the harvest of fresh fruits and vegetables. While most of us are savoring the last few weeks of summer left, local farmers are looking towards the fall as they prepare for apple season. “Really, we start in the early spring, we don’t really have any time off here,” describes manager of Conant Orchards Hannah Hegarty of the preparation. “We open the first weekend of August, but all summer and all spring, we’re, you know, taking care of the trees and the orchard and getting ready for Pick Your Own.”
Hallowell makes more cuts to budget after citizens' tax concerns
HALLOWELL (WGME) - There's an ongoing fight over property taxes and the city budget in Hallowell, where more than 200 residents petitioned city leaders to make more cuts. Hallowell city leaders say property taxes are on the rise due to a recent surprise revaluation of homes, the ending of a state tax stabilization program and the new budget, which has already seen significant cuts.
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